What fantastic news that Brighton is going to have a major ice arena again after 40 years.
From 1935-1965, Brighton was famous the world over for producing home-grown ice skating champions such as John and Jennifer Nicks, and Dennis and Winnie Silverthorne.
People flocked to the Sports Stadium in West Street from all over the South of England to see the fabulous ice spectaculars produced by Tom Arnold.
The Brighton Tigers ice hockey team were one of the most famous teams in Europe and on a Saturday night, the rink would be packed to capacity with cheering fans.
What a great day it would be for the city to have home-grown talent competing at the next Winter Olympics.
a sporting capital of Britain once again.
team at the rink...
-Trevor Chepstow, Sports Stadium Brighton Archive, www.mybrightonandhove.org
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article